Serving 454 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Reeds Ferry School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reeds Ferry School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Reeds Ferry School's student population of 454 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
454 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Reeds Ferry School ranks within the top 20% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reeds Ferry School is 0.32, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.31. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#89 out of 457 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
1%
2%
White
82%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
19%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reeds Ferry School's ranking?
Reeds Ferry School is ranked #89 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Reeds Ferry School often compared to?
Reeds Ferry Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Mastricola Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Reeds Ferry School?
454 students attend Reeds Ferry School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Reeds Ferry School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Reeds Ferry School?
Reeds Ferry School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Reeds Ferry School offer ?
Reeds Ferry School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Reeds Ferry School part of?
Reeds Ferry School is part of Merrimack School District.
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